Geertje Auryanse Adriansen was born on 22 March 1698 at Albany, Albany, NY.1 She married Jacobus Ryckman, son of Johannes Albertse Ryckman and Catherina Kip, on 1 September 1723 at Dutch Reformed Church, New Amsterdam, New Amsterdam.1 Geertje Auryanse Adriansen died after 1741 at NY.1

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Jan Gijsbrecht Adriansen was born circa 1657 at Zaandam, North Holland, Netherlands.1 He married Vrouwtje Andries Jonkbloet on 21 August 1696 at New Amsterdam, New Amsterdam.1 Jan Gijsbrecht Adriansen died in 1721 at Closter, Bergen, NJ.1

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Vrouwtje Andries Jonkbloet was born in December 1676 at New Amsterdam, New Amsterdam.1 She married Jan Gijsbrecht Adriansen on 21 August 1696 at New Amsterdam, New Amsterdam.1 Vrouwtje Andries Jonkbloet died in 1703 at New Amsterdam, New Amsterdam.1

Johannes Albertse Ryckman was born on 26 January 1673 at Albany, Albany, NY.2 He married Catherina Kip, daughter of Isaac Hendrickse Kip and Maria de la Montagne, on 11 July 1697 at Flatbush, Kings, NY.2 Johannes Albertse Ryckman died on 23 December 1736 at Kings, NY, at age 63.1

Maria de la Montagne was born on 26 January 1636 at At Sea, Madeira, West Indies.1 She married Isaac Hendrickse Kip, son of Heyndrik Hendrickse Kip and Tryntie Lubberts, on 8 March 1654 at New Haarlem, Manhattan, New York, NY.1 Maria de la Montagne died on 25 August 1711 at New Amsterdam, New Amsterdam, at age 75.1

Jean Mousnier de la Montagne was born circa 1595 at Saintes, Charente-Maritime, Poitou-Charentes, France.1 He married Rachel de Forest, daughter of Jesse de Forest and Marie du Cloux, on 12 December 1626 at Walloon Church, Leyden, South Holland, Netherlands.1 Jean Mousnier de la Montagne died on 10 May 1676 at Albany, Albany, NY.1

Jesse de Forest was born on 22 October 1576 at Avesnes, Hainaut, Flanders, Belgium.1 He married Marie du Cloux, daughter of Nicassius du Cloux and Marie Aubertin, on 23 September 1601 at Sedan, Ardenne, Alsace, France.1 Jesse de Forest died on 22 October 1624 at Bocas de Toro, Panama, at age 48.1

Jean du Cloux was born circa 1520 at Avesnes, Hainaut, Flanders, Belgium.1 He married Françoise Roland circa 1539 at France.1 Jean du Cloux died on 17 November 1577 at of Sedan, Ardenne, Alsace, France.1

Henri du Cloux, Baron de Varangéville was born circa 1487 at Aquitaine, France.1 He married Margo de Cloys, daughter of Jean de Cloys, circa 1510 at France.1 Henri du Cloux, Baron de Varangéville died in 1570 at Varangéville, Meurthe-et-Moselle, Lorraine, France.1

Robert Burns Thomas was born on 5 October 1828 at Finleyville, Washington, PA.1,5,6,3,7 He married Elizabeth Galbraith, daughter of William Galbraith and Isabella Welch, in October 1850 at Pittsburgh, Allegheny, PA.1,8,7 Robert Burns Thomas died on 29 September 1912 at Clarion, Clarion, PA, at age 83.3

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[S11611] 1860 Census, 20 July 1860, Paint Township, Clarion Co., PA. Page 6. Household: Robert Thomas, age 28, engineer, born in PA; Elizabeth, age 25, born in PA; George, age 5, born in PA; Minerva, age 3, born in PA; Nancy, age 3 months, born in PA.

[S11612] 1870 Census, 13 June 1870: Piney Township, Clarion Co., PA, page 26.Robt B. Thomas, age 38, Engineer, born in PA; Elizabeth, age 36, born in PA; George, age 15, store clerk, born in PA; Minerva, age 13, born in PA; Elizabeth, age 10, born in PA; Margaret, age 6, born in PA, William age 4, born in PA; Mary, age 4, born in PA.

[S11613] 1880 Census, 1 June 1880: Clarion Borough, Clarion Co., PA. Page 20, Supervisor's District 10, Enumeration District 66: Robert B., age 49, plumber, born in PA, parents, too; Amanda J., age 26, born in PA, parents, too; Maggie, age 16, born in PA; William L, age 13, clerk in store, born in PA; Robert A., age 9, born in PA; Lulu, age 3, born in PA; Harry, age 1 month (May), born in PA.

[S11619] 1900 Census, 18 June 1900: Clarion Borough, Clarion Co., PA. Supervisor's District 14, Enumeration District 6, Sheet 15B.Robert B., b. October 1830, age 69, married 25 years, born in PA as well as parents, plumber; Amana (Amanda), b. October 1854, age 45, married 25 years, 4 children, all living, born in PA as well as parents; Blanche, born May 1863, age 27, born in PA, dressmaker; Lulu, born, Feb 1877, age 23, born in PA (no occupation listed); Harry W, born May 1880, age 20, born in PA, compositor; Albert B, born July 1891, age 8, born in PA.

[S11700] Find a Grave, Birth: Oct. 5, 1826FinleyvilleWashington CountyPennsylvania, USA Death: Sep. 29, 1912ClarionClarion CountyPennsylvania, USA The hand of the grim reaper, death was laid upon one of our oldest citizens Sunday evening, Sept. 29, 1912, at ten minutes past six o'clock, as the sun was about setting, when the life of Robert B. Thomas, of South Fifth avenue and Elss street, was closed here, and the spirit took its flight back to the God who gave it. On account of his advanced age, Mr. Thomas had been failing quite steadily in health since last spring, and there were frequent rallies when it seemed as though he would recover his health and physical powers. But within the recent past it became apparent that the end was drawing near, as he grew weaker and weaker. Finally the final summons came and he responded to the call. His death was probably occasioned not so much by disease as by old age-the body was worn with its years of toil and struggle, and he was ready for the rest that remaineth for the people of God.

Mr. Thomas frequently expressed himself as being ready for the change and prepared for the transition from this life to the next. He had received careful religious training from his parents and early in his manhood he embraced religion and became a member of the Presbyterian church, and when he moved to Clarion in 1872 he brought his church membership with him and has been a steadfast adherent of the church in this place ever since.

Robert Burns Thomas was the son of Andrew and Nancy Nixon Thomas and was born October 5, 1826, in Finleyville, Washington county, Pa., where he grew to manhood. He went to Pittsburg when very young and by serving a number of years learned the trade of a machinist and stationary engineer. He went west as far as Iowa where he worked for some time after completing his profession and in 1845 was head engineer of the Paul Anderson, the largest boat which plied between Pittsburg and New Orleans. But he returned to the east as more promising in his line of work, and was frequently heard to tell how he walked into Clarion on the evening before Christmas, 1856, on his way to Penn Mills in Paint township where he was to install the boilers and engine. He remained there for some time, but he also worked at several of the iron furnaces which had abounded in Clarion county, 3nd it is believed he was employed at the old Madison Furnace when it finally closed down.

He was an expert machinist in his day and was always a careful and conscientious workman; nothing was ever slighted. He was the contractor in charge of the installation of the original water works in Clarion and superintended them some years afterward. He also installed the water plants at Brookville, Reynoldsville, Punxsutawney, St. Marys and New Bethlehem. All of this work was done in the best possible manner and showed Mr. Thomas' skill and ability in handling such work. It is claimed by some who should know the facts that he constructed or laid the first gas pipe line into Clarion from the field east of town. All through the oil excitement in Clarion and vicinity Mr. Thomas' services were always in demand and wherever he worked he gave entire satisfaction, winning the approval of those who employed him.

In October, 1850, Mr. Thomas and Miss Elizabeth Galbraith were married in Pittsburgh, and from this union the following children survive: George L., the postmaster at New Bethlehem; Mrs. S.T. Stringfellow, Beaver township; W. Lincoln Thomas, South Brownsville, Pa.; Mrs. Wm. Knappman, Hamilton, Ontario; and Robert A., editor of the East Brady Review. Two children and the wife and mother died. The deceased was married the second time in 1876 to Miss Amanda Schrum, of Sligo, and the following children, with Mrs. Thomas, survive: Mrs. C. C. McClincy, Buffalo, N.Y.; Mrs. D.B. McBride, Harry W. and Albert B., all of Clarion.

To the bereaved widow and children the sympathy of all is extended. Mr. Thomas was a man who loved his fellow man and had the fraternal feeling strongly developed in him. As early as 1847 while in the west with headquarters in Iowa he was a member of the Sons of Temperance. He afterwards held membership in the Odd Fellows fraternity for many years, and in 1866 he was made a Mason in Clarion Lodge No. 277, since which time he has been one of the most steadfast members and loyal supporters of the order. It was appropriate and most natural that the last rites of that order should be given him as his body was laid away in the tomb and with impressive ceremony the lodge in a body attended the funeral Wednesday afternoon and deposited their brother in his last earthly resting place with the use of their beautiful ritual. The religious services were previously conducted by the Rev. Glenn M. Shafer, pastor of the deceased, assisted by Rev. B.F. Delo, both of whom paid just tribute to the man and brother who had gone out from our midst. Farewell, my brother.

* Reverse Relationships:] body=This relationship was not directly added to this memorial. Rather, it is calculated based on information added to the related person's memorial. For example: if Joe Public is linked to Jane Public as a spouse, a reciprocal link will automatically be added t[o Jane Public's memorial. ] fade=[on] fadespeed=[.09]" class="fakeLink"Calculated relationshipBurial:Clarion CemeteryClarionClarion CountyPennsylvania, USAPlot: Sec. OC, Lot SE.

[S11706] Death Certificate, State of Pennsylvania: Robert Andrew Thomas, son of Robert B. Thomas and Elizabeth Galbraith. Robert A. was born 22 September 1870, Born at Sligo, Clarion Co., married Jennie, died 14 April 1928, at East Brady, Clarion, PA. Certificate #39030.

Elizabeth Galbraith was born on 26 May 1832 at PA; Her surname is also seen as Galliart, but that is a misreading of the death certificate of her daughter, Minerva M. Stringfellow (d. 6 Jan 1933).1,4,5 She married Robert Burns Thomas, son of Andrew Thomas and Nancy Nixon, in October 1850 at Pittsburgh, Allegheny, PA.1,6,7

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[S11611] 1860 Census, 20 July 1860, Paint Township, Clarion Co., PA. Page 6. Household: Robert Thomas, age 28, engineer, born in PA; Elizabeth, age 25, born in PA; George, age 5, born in PA; Minerva, age 3, born in PA; Nancy, age 3 months, born in PA.

[S11612] 1870 Census, 13 June 1870: Piney Township, Clarion Co., PA, page 26.Robt B. Thomas, age 38, Engineer, born in PA; Elizabeth, age 36, born in PA; George, age 15, store clerk, born in PA; Minerva, age 13, born in PA; Elizabeth, age 10, born in PA; Margaret, age 6, born in PA, William age 4, born in PA; Mary, age 4, born in PA.

[S11609] 1850 Census, 1 October 1850, Smith Township, Washington Co., PA., page 2: William Galbreath (Galbraith), age 49, Farmer, $5000 of real estate owned, born in Ireland; Isabella, age 50, born in PA.; James, age 21, born in PA.; Elizabeth, age 19, born in PA.; Isabella, age 19, born in PA.; William, age 17, born in PA.; Jane, age 15, born in PA.; Robert, age 12, born in PA.; John, age 10, born in PA.; Middleton, age 7, born in PA.

[S11706] Death Certificate, State of Pennsylvania: Robert Andrew Thomas, son of Robert B. Thomas and Elizabeth Galbraith. Robert A. was born 22 September 1870, Born at Sligo, Clarion Co., married Jennie, died 14 April 1928, at East Brady, Clarion, PA. Certificate #39030.

[S11700] Find a Grave, Birth: Oct. 5, 1826FinleyvilleWashington CountyPennsylvania, USA Death: Sep. 29, 1912ClarionClarion CountyPennsylvania, USA The hand of the grim reaper, death was laid upon one of our oldest citizens Sunday evening, Sept. 29, 1912, at ten minutes past six o'clock, as the sun was about setting, when the life of Robert B. Thomas, of South Fifth avenue and Elss street, was closed here, and the spirit took its flight back to the God who gave it. On account of his advanced age, Mr. Thomas had been failing quite steadily in health since last spring, and there were frequent rallies when it seemed as though he would recover his health and physical powers. But within the recent past it became apparent that the end was drawing near, as he grew weaker and weaker. Finally the final summons came and he responded to the call. His death was probably occasioned not so much by disease as by old age-the body was worn with its years of toil and struggle, and he was ready for the rest that remaineth for the people of God.

Mr. Thomas frequently expressed himself as being ready for the change and prepared for the transition from this life to the next. He had received careful religious training from his parents and early in his manhood he embraced religion and became a member of the Presbyterian church, and when he moved to Clarion in 1872 he brought his church membership with him and has been a steadfast adherent of the church in this place ever since.

Robert Burns Thomas was the son of Andrew and Nancy Nixon Thomas and was born October 5, 1826, in Finleyville, Washington county, Pa., where he grew to manhood. He went to Pittsburg when very young and by serving a number of years learned the trade of a machinist and stationary engineer. He went west as far as Iowa where he worked for some time after completing his profession and in 1845 was head engineer of the Paul Anderson, the largest boat which plied between Pittsburg and New Orleans. But he returned to the east as more promising in his line of work, and was frequently heard to tell how he walked into Clarion on the evening before Christmas, 1856, on his way to Penn Mills in Paint township where he was to install the boilers and engine. He remained there for some time, but he also worked at several of the iron furnaces which had abounded in Clarion county, 3nd it is believed he was employed at the old Madison Furnace when it finally closed down.

He was an expert machinist in his day and was always a careful and conscientious workman; nothing was ever slighted. He was the contractor in charge of the installation of the original water works in Clarion and superintended them some years afterward. He also installed the water plants at Brookville, Reynoldsville, Punxsutawney, St. Marys and New Bethlehem. All of this work was done in the best possible manner and showed Mr. Thomas' skill and ability in handling such work. It is claimed by some who should know the facts that he constructed or laid the first gas pipe line into Clarion from the field east of town. All through the oil excitement in Clarion and vicinity Mr. Thomas' services were always in demand and wherever he worked he gave entire satisfaction, winning the approval of those who employed him.

In October, 1850, Mr. Thomas and Miss Elizabeth Galbraith were married in Pittsburgh, and from this union the following children survive: George L., the postmaster at New Bethlehem; Mrs. S.T. Stringfellow, Beaver township; W. Lincoln Thomas, South Brownsville, Pa.; Mrs. Wm. Knappman, Hamilton, Ontario; and Robert A., editor of the East Brady Review. Two children and the wife and mother died. The deceased was married the second time in 1876 to Miss Amanda Schrum, of Sligo, and the following children, with Mrs. Thomas, survive: Mrs. C. C. McClincy, Buffalo, N.Y.; Mrs. D.B. McBride, Harry W. and Albert B., all of Clarion.

To the bereaved widow and children the sympathy of all is extended. Mr. Thomas was a man who loved his fellow man and had the fraternal feeling strongly developed in him. As early as 1847 while in the west with headquarters in Iowa he was a member of the Sons of Temperance. He afterwards held membership in the Odd Fellows fraternity for many years, and in 1866 he was made a Mason in Clarion Lodge No. 277, since which time he has been one of the most steadfast members and loyal supporters of the order. It was appropriate and most natural that the last rites of that order should be given him as his body was laid away in the tomb and with impressive ceremony the lodge in a body attended the funeral Wednesday afternoon and deposited their brother in his last earthly resting place with the use of their beautiful ritual. The religious services were previously conducted by the Rev. Glenn M. Shafer, pastor of the deceased, assisted by Rev. B.F. Delo, both of whom paid just tribute to the man and brother who had gone out from our midst. Farewell, my brother.

* Reverse Relationships:] body=This relationship was not directly added to this memorial. Rather, it is calculated based on information added to the related person's memorial. For example: if Joe Public is linked to Jane Public as a spouse, a reciprocal link will automatically be added t[o Jane Public's memorial. ] fade=[on] fadespeed=[.09]" class="fakeLink"Calculated relationshipBurial:Clarion CemeteryClarionClarion CountyPennsylvania, USAPlot: Sec. OC, Lot SE.

Andrew Thomas was born circa 1806 at Washington, PA; In 1840, he lived at Peters, Washington Co., PA. 9 persons living in household. In 1830, he lived at Nottingham, Washington Co., PA. 6 persnos living in household.1 He married Nancy Nixon circa 1825 at PA.1,2

[S11706] Death Certificate, State of Pennsylvania: Certificate #778 for Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA. Born September 1840. Single, retired. Died 15 January 1921, of senility & cystitis. Parents were Andrew Thomas of Pennsylvania & Nancy Nixon of Pennsylvania. Informant is Bertha Hartman, living at the same address as he lived at. Buried January 18, 1921 at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery.

[S11706] Death Certificate, State of Pennsylvania, Certificate # 79907, Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co.: Nancy Myers, widow, about 77 years old, born in Washington Co., PA, died 9 August 1907. Parents listed are Andrew Thomas (born in Washington Co., PA) & Nancy Nixon (born in Washington Co., PA).

[S11706] Death Certificate, State of Pennsylvania: Carroll Township, Washington Co., PA, Certificate # 99428: Siverton Thomas, date of death: 12 October 1907, broken neck caused by runaway team (accidental). Age about 74 years. Born in Washington Co., PA. Son of Andrew Thomas & Nancy Nixon (their birthplaces not known). Siverton was a farmer. And he was married. They lived in Kammerer.

[S11706] Death Certificate, State of Pennsylvania: Certificate #778 for Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA. Born September 1840. Single, retired. Died 15 January 1921, of senility & cystitis. Parents were Andrew Thomas of Pennsylvania & Nancy Nixon of Pennsylvania. Informant is Bertha Hartman, living at the same address as he lived at. Buried January 18, 1921 at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery.

William Galbraith was born on 2 December 1800 at Belfast, Antrim, Ireland.1,2 He married Isabella Welch, daughter of Matthew Welch and Elizabeth Reed, on 3 May 1821 at Washington, PA.1,2 William Galbraith died on 10 September 1861 at Burgettstown, Washington, PA, at age 60.2

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[S11609] 1850 Census, 1 October 1850, Smith Township, Washington Co., PA., page 2: William Galbreath (Galbraith), age 49, Farmer, $5000 of real estate owned, born in Ireland; Isabella, age 50, born in PA.; James, age 21, born in PA.; Elizabeth, age 19, born in PA.; Isabella, age 19, born in PA.; William, age 17, born in PA.; Jane, age 15, born in PA.; Robert, age 12, born in PA.; John, age 10, born in PA.; Middleton, age 7, born in PA.

Isabella Welch was born on 17 September 1800 at Washington, PA.1,2 She married William Galbraith, son of James Galbraith and Margaret McClure, on 3 May 1821 at Washington, PA.1,2 Isabella Welch died on 30 October 1885 at Burgettstown, Washington, PA, at age 85; Buried there.2

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[S11609] 1850 Census, 1 October 1850, Smith Township, Washington Co., PA., page 2: William Galbreath (Galbraith), age 49, Farmer, $5000 of real estate owned, born in Ireland; Isabella, age 50, born in PA.; James, age 21, born in PA.; Elizabeth, age 19, born in PA.; Isabella, age 19, born in PA.; William, age 17, born in PA.; Jane, age 15, born in PA.; Robert, age 12, born in PA.; John, age 10, born in PA.; Middleton, age 7, born in PA.

Matthew Welch was born circa 1768 at Down, Down, Ireland.1 He married Elizabeth Reed, daughter of William Reed and Mary Rebecca Glenn, circa 1797 at Lancaster, PA.1 Matthew Welch died on 11 November 1851 at Smith Township, Washington, PA.1

Elizabeth Reed was born on 28 September 1782 at Lancaster, PA.1 She married Matthew Welch, son of Daniel Welch, circa 1797 at Lancaster, PA.1 Elizabeth Reed died on 10 May 1861 at Smith Township, Washington, PA, at age 78.1

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An ancestry from New England, Virginia, England, Scotland, Germany, & Switzerland (as of 4/1/2017). My current concentration is on combining the database of a dear friend who recently passed away with my database. We are on holiday in Europe until July 1, 2017. Please hold all correction and additions to this database until then.
Compiler: Mr. Marlyn Lewis, Portland, OR